Is there a connection between an iTaukei ceremony and the onboarding process in organizations? We answer this question in this article.
A Marriage between the Old and New
Simione Sevudredre and I hope to discover how indigenous knowledge can be applied in the workplace and how it relates to modern work psychology. With this in mind, we begin a collaborative journey of discovery.
Rugby Lessons — 3 Essentials to building team cultures.
The Collegiate Rugby Association of America's 2024 D1 Elite season recently ended. I write about valuable lessons on team culture that I learnt. Key points? Finding a strong adversary, building and selling the team's vision, and maintaining high standards to avoid compromising team integrity.
How A Growth Mindset Is Changing My Life
I reflect on the struggles that came from self-imposed limitations and the fear of failure. I talk about my transition to a growth mindset, and the importance of embracing challenges, learning from mistakes, and seeking improvement. I also address the specific challenges faced by the Pasifika community in adopting a growth mindset, highlighting the need for self-awareness and overcoming societal expectations.
To Be A Man
In this article, I express appreciation for storytelling through various art forms including music. I find Dax's song "To be a man" relatable, as it captures societal expectations of manhood and the struggles men face. I encourage self-reflection and seeking help if needed, emphasizing the importance of vulnerability and support.
It Takes a Village – Birth Outcomes Disparities.
Birth outcome disparities in NHPI communities in Utah.
Development and Communities – An On-The-Ground Perspective
Does sustainable development trump indigenous rights? This article is the "on the ground" perspective of an indigenous community leader.
2023 Reflections and 2024 Goals
I reflect on 2023 - the wins and lessons. I also write down some of my goals for 2024, while also challenging you to do this same reflection exercise.
Pasifika and Self-imposed Limitations.
Self-imposed limitations hold us back from reaching our full potential. As Pasifika, I believe this is something we need to become more aware of and work towards overcoming as a people.
Win or Learn.
One of my favorite hats to wear is being a rugby coach for the Brigham Young University Women's Rugby Team. For a little context, we were promoted to the highest competition in the USA women's college rugby, Division 1 Elite, where we faced the best of the best. We had spent the last few years … Continue reading Win or Learn.
Why Pasifika Organizations Misdiagnose – Lessons From the Fiji Rugby Union Fiasco.
What is the real cause for the Fiji Rugby Union fiasco? Why do Pasifika Organizations spend so much time troubleshooting the same problems time and again? This article talks about the root cause!
An iTaukei Parallel on Finding Balance for Work and Home.
We talk about how to switch between a work mindset — before heading to work — and home mindset — as you prepare to head home. We use parallelism, in the form of traditional iTaukei protocols, to highlight how creating routines and habits can boost productivity at work while maintaining work-life balance.